D
Below Average
Score: 42/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
26/100 · earnings-weighted

Coker University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Hartsville, South Carolina 29550
Coker University campus, Hartsville, SC
Coker University campus, Hartsville, SC. Photo: Wuapinmon, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 35%
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
F
20/100
Resources
C
51/100
Experience
B
67/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,263
Total Enrollment
35%
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
97%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Coker University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$40,117
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,650
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$26,000
Median debt at graduation
39.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
20
Median ACT
25.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 65% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 14th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (SC wage index 0.81). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Coker University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Business/Commerce$30,285$60,372-12%#200 of 271#128$27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations$39,118$47,785-30%#1125 of 1176#1060$24,442
Psychology$25,870$46,921-7%#704 of 1027#394$26,875
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$28,319$44,706-18%#548 of 610#452$24,875
Criminology$25,862$41,738-25%#112 of 113#107$27,000
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies$21,574—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Coker University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $184,967
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,184/mo — vs ~$574/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 29593 (7.1% cap, Society Hill)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $30,864 $30,864
Room $5,162
Board $5,720
Total Cost (On-Campus) $47,368 $47,368

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
36%
Receive Pell Grants
66%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,263
Total Students
56%
Women
64%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 1%
Black 22%
Asian 5%
Two or More 7%
Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 22%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 46%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 64%
25-64 (Adult) 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Coker University?
Coker University has an acceptance rate of 97%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Coker University?
Tuition at Coker University is $30,864 for in-state students and $30,864 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Coker University?
The graduation rate at Coker University is 35%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Coker University a good school?
Coker University has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Coker University?
Coker University has a total enrollment of 1,263 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology